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# [Write-up] Giving Free Access to Workshops or Group Classes for Existing Active Students

This guide explains the different ways to give **free access to a workshop, session, or group class only to your existing active students**.

Example use case:

A Studio wants students with an active subscription to attend a new workshop, wellness session, masterclass, or group class for free.
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# Before You Start: Create a Student Segment

The first common step for most methods is to create a segment for your eligible students.

## Create a Segment

Go to:
**Students → Segments**
Create a segment that includes:
* Existing active students
* Students from specific classes, memberships, or batches
* Students with active subscriptions
This segment helps you target only eligible students.
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# Option 1: Use Discount Codes (Recommended for Large Groups)

This is the best option when you have many students and want an automated process.

## Steps
### 1. Create a Discount Code
Create a discount and associate it with the segment you created.
This ensures:
* Only students in that segment can use the discount
* New students or non-members will not see or access the offer
### 2. Associate the Discount with the Plan
Attach the discount to the workshop or group class plan.
Example:
* Plan Name: *Workshop / Group Class Plan*
* Discount: 100% OFF for selected segment

## Result
Eligible students can enroll for free, while other students continue to see the regular pricing.

## Best For
* Large number of students
* Automated enrollment flow
* Limited-access offers
* Recurring workshop access
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# Option 2: Create a ₹0 Plan (for Large Groups)

You can create a separate plan specifically for eligible students.

## Steps
### 1. Create a New Plan
Create the workshop or group class plan.
### 2. Set Pricing to ₹0
Set the amount as ₹0
### 3. Share Only with Existing Students
Use the segment to control who receives access to this plan.

## Best For
* Exclusive member-only workshops
* Temporary promotional access
* Internal/private programs
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# Option 3: Create Manual Subscriptions
You can manually create subscriptions for individual students.

## Steps
### 1. Open Student Profile
Go to the student profile [Students -> All Students -> Search for the specific student]
### 2. Create Manual Subscription
Add the workshop or group class subscription manually.

## Best For
* Small number of students
* One-time exceptions
* Personalized access management
## Important
This method does not require segment creation.
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# Option 4: Edit Existing Active Subscriptions
You can directly update the student’s current subscription.

## Steps
### 1. Edit the Class
Associate the workshop or group class with the existing subscription plan. 
### 2. Update Student Subscription
For each active student:
* Edit the subscription
* Adjust the number of classes or plan access as required
### 3. Add Internal Notes
Always add notes in:
**Note Private**
Include details about:
* What was changed
* Why the change was made
* Date of modification

## Best For
* Small student groups
* Existing subscription adjustments
* Cases where manual control is preferred

## Important
| This method does not require segment creation.
The group class can be added to a group plan and workshop with the workshop plans only
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# Which Option Should You Choose?
| Scenario | Recommended Option |
| ---- |
| Large number of students | Option 1 or Option 2 |
| Small number of students | Option 3 or Option 4 |
| Automated access control | Option 1 |
| Manual personalized handling | Option 3 or 4 |
| Member-only free workshops | Option 2 |
| Existing subscription modifications | Option 4 |
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# Recommended Approach
| For most Studios:
- Use Segments + Discount Codes when managing many students.
- Use Manual Subscription or Subscription Editing when handling a small group of students individually.
This helps keep workshop and group class access organized, controlled, and easy to manage for future programs and special sessions.